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Trane Technologies Senior Counsel – M&A, Corporate Governance, Securities, Finance, and Corporate Matters in Davidson, North Carolina

At Trane Technologies TM and through our businesses including Trane ® and Thermo King ® , we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

What’s in it for you:

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

Seeking an experienced attorney supporting the M&A, corporate governance, securities, finance, and other corporate matters for the Trane Technologies enterprise and its strategic business units. This position will report to the Associate General Counsel – M&A.

Thrive at work and at home:

  • Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE !

  • Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.

  • 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.

  • Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.

  • Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support .

  • Learn more about our benefits here (https://careers.tranetechnologies.com/global/en/benefits) !

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week in Davidson, NC.

What you will do:

  • Provide legal advice on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures, both domestic and international.

  • Lead and conduct due diligence efforts.

  • Draft and negotiate stock and asset purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, merger agreements, transition services agreements, confidentiality agreements, bid letters/letters of intent and other transaction agreements and documents.

  • Manage and execute the steps and processes to close transactions, including seeking and obtaining regulatory approvals and other third-party approvals, advising and executing on internal reorganization plans relating to carve-out transactions and advising and reviewing related communications materials.

  • Lead discussions and decision-making processes involving other legal functional teams (e.g., employment, intellectual property and real estate), the corporate development team, integration teams, SBU teams and corporate function teams (e.g., information technology, procurement and tax). Members of these teams are located globally.

  • Persuasively advocate for Trane Technologies’ positions against top law firms and leaders at other companies and financial sponsors.

  • Communicate, guide, explain and collaborate regarding transaction terms and processes with Trane Technologies’ senior executives on transactions.

  • While a substantial majority of the work will relate to M&A, from time to time, the role will:

  • Work with the corporate secretary’s team on corporate governance matters, including subsidiary management.

  • Support the development and distribution of proxy statements to shareholders, provide legal advice to the Treasury Department on financing transactions, including credit facilities and bond offerings and other Treasury-related matters and drafting related documentation.

  • Provide legal advice on internal restructuring transactions, including managing due diligence requests, drafting company minutes, contribution agreements, stock transfer agreements, asset transfer agreements and other corporate documents.

  • Advise on SEC matters, including working on annual and quarterly filings.

  • Retain and supervise outside counsel where appropriate, ensuring quality, value and budget discipline.

  • Percentage of Travel: 10-20%

What you will bring:

  • Education/Licensing: Juris Doctor degree from accredited U.S. law school, and strong academic credentials. Good standing member of a U.S. State Bar Association.

  • Preference for 7 years or more of related legal experience at a prominent law firm and/or corporation or other prominent firm.

  • Solid experience in international transactions and in corporate law; strong foundation in securities law matters.

  • Business-oriented approach to problem solving, tempered by an appreciation for legal complexity and risk.

  • Superior legal and analytical skills – excellent judgment and initiative in selecting the most effective solutions.

  • Strong negotiation skills. Highly developed analytical and legal research skills, highly effective written and verbal communications skills. Ability to communicate and relate to all levels of the organization and within a team environment.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to stand firm on issues with business clients when necessary.

  • Collaborative nature. Understanding of and first-hand experience in advising clients in a diversified and highly matrixed business environment.

  • Developed sense of judgment, risk management skills and ability to balance business needs, regulatory obligations and reputational risks in an objective, practical way.

  • Demonstrated ability to both grasp the “big picture” and attend to details.

  • Excellent follow-through skills; dedication to responsive internal client service.

  • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize and manage workload, manage simultaneous tasks, and meet deadlines with a changing fast-paced environment.

Compensation:

Base Pay Range: $168,900– 265,500

Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan. Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

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